Robert Basnett, Jr., 72, of Spencer, WV passed away on January 14, 2018 at Roane General Hospital, Spencer, WV.

He was born in Calhoun County, WV on May 7, 1945, a son of the late Robert Basnett, Sr. and Virginia Lucille Kerby Basnett of Grantsville, WV.

He was a deacon in his church when he lived in North Carolina.

He is survived by four children; sisters, Brenda Radabaugh and Debbie Basnett both of Grantsville, WV and brother, Terry Basnett of Zebulon, NC;

In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by wife, Mary Basnett; sister, Judy Meadows; brother, James Basnett; and a favorite aunt, Helena Bennett of Elyria, Ohio.

No public service will be held at this time. A private family service will be held at a later date. Stump Funeral Home & Cremation, Inc., Grantsville, WV is assisting the Basnett family with final arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.stumpfuneralhomes.com